Al Machboos

Machboos is another non-vegetarian dish from the UAE. Red meat, fish, or shrimp, and rice are the main ingredients in Al Machboos. This dish, which is seasoned with spices and one unique ingredient, Loomy (dried lemon), is a big hit in the UAE. The cooking procedure is simple and consists of only a few steps.

The meat is cooked until tender before being removed from the pot. After the rice has cooked thoroughly, the meat, onions, spices, and other ingredients are added to finish the dish. Many people recommend serving it with raita and salad to make a complete meal.

• Where to find it: AL Fanar Restaurant & cafe, Dubai Festival City Mall
• Price per plate: AED 55 - 69